Mac mini doesn't recognize Kindle Fire via USB cable

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Mac mini doesn't recognize Kindle Fire via USB cable

I can't directly connect my Kindle Fire to my Mac mini using an USB sync/charge cable. The tablet doesn't show up on my desktop or system profiler. I've tried restarting the tablet and I've tried different cables. I installed Android file transfer app but app doesn't "see" my tablet. Does anyone have a suggestion? Thx

Mac mini, macOS Sierra (10.12.6)

Posted on Dec 11, 2017 10:20 PM

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Answer 1

Rudegar

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Dec 11, 2017 11:30 PM in response to murrywenny

I would test with another computer to verify the kindle is not the culpit

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Answer 2

Dec 12, 2017 7:19 AM in response to murrywenny

Download Calibre, its free. I use it to not only convert ebooks to mobi or az3 files but you can put in or delete books on the Kindle with it.

https://calibre-ebook.com/

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murrywenny Author

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Dec 12, 2017 6:56 PM in response to Rudegar

Thanks! My old MacPro doesn't recognize my Kindle either. 😟

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murrywenny Author

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Dec 12, 2017 7:03 PM in response to garyfromrio linda

Thanks! I've looked at Calibre. I have no problem reading ebook files. I have a hardware problem. My USB ports recognize peripherals and flash drives but not my Kindle.

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